If ever there was a year that Santa would understand a little pouting, it’s this one. However, his appearance on LBI leading up to the big day is just one reason to turn that frown upside down. On Saturday, Dec. 19, Santa and the Mrs. will also make an appearance in Surf City.

The Jolly Old Elf will begin his tour, chauffeured by the Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Co., on Friday, Dec. 18. Santa will visit Ship Bottom, beginning at Fourth Street, and travel south to 30th Street before stopping for…